Becoming the owner of a retail franchise can be rewarding, both in terms of income and self-worth. If you want to be your own boss, and make good money while you're at it, consider one of today’s top retail franchises.

Buying a business is just like buying anything else. You want to get your business at the lowest price possible. Doing that is going to require negotiating, something that even the most skilled entrepreneurs can be uncomfortable with.

Depending on your own analysis and preferences, you might be better served by choosing a franchise that is less well known but has great upside. Check out our list of 20 of the more unique franchise opportunities growing across the country.